As winter settles in, many gardeners are already dreaming of the warmer days of spring when their gardens come to life once again. January offers a great opportunity to plan and prepare for the upcoming growing season. By taking a few simple steps now, you can ensure a healthy, vibrant garden when the weather warms…… read more »
Category Archives: Gardening Tips
Weekly Gardening Tips for January: Preparing for a Successful Spring
January Gardening Tips
As the holiday season is now behind us, many gardeners begin to dream of warm spring days when we can spend more time in our gardens. Take advantage of January to plan and prepare for the gardening season. General Garden Tips: Lawn Trees, Shrubs and Flowers Early in the New Year, winter-flowering camellias (Camellia japonica)…… read more »
Wayne County Seeks Volunteers for Extension Master Gardener Program
Wayne County, NC – Do you have a passion for gardening and a desire to share your knowledge with others? The Wayne County Cooperative Extension Office is now accepting applications for the Extension Master Gardener℠ program, offering an exciting opportunity to become a volunteer with N.C. Cooperative Extension. The Extension Master Gardener program invites individuals…… read more »
December Gardening Tips
To keep your poinsettia looking good during the holidays remember to place it in a location with bright light but not direct sunlight. In December our minds are probably more on preparing for the holidays than working in the garden. If you need a break from the holiday rush, use these tips to guide you…… read more »
November Gardening Tips
Written By Jessica Strickland November is now upon us which means soon our minds may be more on preparing for the holiday season, but there are still things that can be done in the garden this time of year. Below are gardening tips to help prepare your garden for the winter season. General Gardening Tips Lawn…… read more »
October Gardening Tips
Now that fall weather is upon us, October is a great time to enjoy working in your gardens and landscapes. Use these tips to transition your garden from summer into fall: Chrysanthemums blooming are a common site in the fall. For all Garden Types: Now is a good time to get a soil test for…… read more »
September Gardening Tips
As fall is just around the corner, September is a great time to start prepping your garden for cooler weather. Use these gardening tips below to enjoy being in the garden this fall: Lawn Do not apply any more nitrogen to lawns; it is time for lawns to slow down growth for winter. If your…… read more »
August Gardening Tips
The hot summer days of August may make it challenging to find comfortable weather to work in the garden. Take advantage of when we have more pleasant days for working outdoors to complete these gardening tips for this month. Lawn Trees, Shrubs, and Flowers Fruit, Vegetables, and Herbs Jessica Strickland is an Agriculture Extension Agent,…… read more »
July Gardening Tips
Lawn Trees, Shrubs, and Flowers Fruit, Vegetables, and Herbs Jessica Strickland is an agriculture extension agent, specializing in horticulture for North Carolina Cooperative Extension in Wayne County.… read more »
June Gardening Tips
As we welcome in summer, our gardens are now in full swing. With summer weather we have to keep our gardens watered regularly and be on the outlook for insect and disease problems. Below are gardening tips to help your garden grow through the month of June. Lawn Trees, Shrubs and Flowers Tick-seed (Coreopsis sp.)…… read more »
